Nuclear Med Technologist – NYU Langone Huntington Medical Group – Per Diem

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Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Nuclear Med Technologist – NYU Langone Huntington Medical Group – Per Diem.

In this role, the successful candidate Position Summary: Responsible for performing medically prescribed nuclear medicine procedures; maintaining departmental standards in accordance with Policies and Procedures and up to date knowledge on new techniques and procedures This position works under limited supervision independently performing Nuclear Medicine testing Work situations require a service oriented individual Procedures performed require independent judgement initiative ingenuity and strict adherence to radiation safety management guidelines

Job Responsibilities:

• Operates hospital and radiology information systems as they relate to nuclear medicine Demonstrates knowledge of the hospital and radiology information systems as they relate to radiology Selects appropriate patient information from HIS/RIS system in accordance with HIPPA regulations Accesses patient information; schedules exams; appointment times; type of exam patient reports etc Follows departmental HIS/RIS system procedures and protocol to ensure orders are verified and processed to correctly
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Demonstrates skill in equipment set up utilization and proper maintenance procedure Performs visual and manual quality control checks of Nuclear Medicine equipment including monitors used for routine dictation/reading of clinical images Uses imaging and peripheral equipment in a safe and productive manner in accordance with prescribed hospital departmental and manufacturers procedures Observes and reports any malfunctioning of the equipment and notifies appropriate persons in case of missing or damaged equipment
• Independently implements patient procedures in accordance with departmental protocols and standards Explains the procedure and equipment to the patient clearly Solves problems that arise during patient examinations using both technical knowledge and innovation Alters examination to maximize information in response to patients condition Confers with other technologists concerning previous approaches utilized
• Follows accepted radiologic procedures and uses medical information to determine type of protocol required for radiographic examination Consults policy and procedure manuals and/or other reference materials as necessary to ensure actions conform to established protocols Follows special instructions indicated on radiographic requisition Recognizes need for and follows isolation precautions
• Effectively assesses patients information and status and follows appropriate procedure s accordingly Uses standard procedures to identify the correct patient Reviews patients requisition and understands the type of exam required by each requisition and confers with medical staff regarding clarification when necessary

Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a Minimum Qualifications:Associates degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology Completion of a Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board NMTCB recognized nuclear medicine technology program Certification/registration in Nuclear Medicine or eligibility by either the: Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board NMTCB ; The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ARRT

Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:Bachelor s degree in nuclear medicine technology

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you’ll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.

NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. We require applications to be completed online.
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